How many points is STRENGTHENING worth in Scrabble?

STRENGTHENING is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept STRENGTHENING?

STRENGTHENING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to STRENGTHENING?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes STRENGTHENINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

STRENGTHENING

18 pts

STRENGTHENING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. STRENGTHENING is a verb form of strengthen. STRENGTHEN means "to make stronger".

Meaning & examples

verb

To make strong or stronger; to add strength to; to increase the strength of; to fortify.
Example: strengthen a muscle
To empower; to give moral strength to; to encourage; to enhearten.
To augment; to improve; to intensify.

Antonyms: atrophy, weaken

noun

The process by which something is strengthened.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

STRENGTHENING is a verb form of strengthen. STRENGTHEN means "to make stronger".

In a sentence: "They strengthening."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

STRENGTHEN14 pts

Back hooks

Add one letter after STRENGTHENING. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

STRENGTHENINGS19 pts

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in STRENGTHENING, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

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STRENGTHENING Scrabble FAQ

Is STRENGTHENING a Scrabble word?: STRENGTHENING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does STRENGTHENING mean?: STRENGTHENING is a verb form of strengthen. STRENGTHEN means "to make stronger".
How do you use STRENGTHENING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They strengthening."
How many points is STRENGTHENING worth in Scrabble?: STRENGTHENING is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept STRENGTHENING?: STRENGTHENING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to STRENGTHENING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes STRENGTHENINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.